LONG COURSE
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The Highlander MTB Challenge long course is our biggest challenge for riders looking to test their skills and endurance
while still having a great time on Rotorua's fabled single track!
while still having a great time on Rotorua's fabled single track!
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Location
Te Pūtake o Tawa Start Time (see further down page)
Award Categories
Prizes
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Course
TRAIL GRADING
The course does not require a high-level of technical skill with the majority of the stages being on grades 1- 4. All features are rollable with clear alternative B-lines around. Navigation skills are not needed with our well-marked route. |
Course is subject to change without notice, There will be margins of error across our Trailforks, Strava and the GPX maps, as well as your own devices data. The GPX file is for an indicative guide only.
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Start Waves
To ensure a safe and fair event for all, we have different starting groups. These groups will be identified by brightly coloured start wave flags with the relevant wave number on them. These waves are self seeded & wave is limited to 100 riders, once full you will be allocated the next start group. Be realistic in your ability and carefully choose your start wave. You can estimate your finish time using this average speed calculator. .
To ensure a safe and fair event for all, we have different starting groups. These groups will be identified by brightly coloured start wave flags with the relevant wave number on them. These waves are self seeded & wave is limited to 100 riders, once full you will be allocated the next start group. Be realistic in your ability and carefully choose your start wave. You can estimate your finish time using this average speed calculator. .
- Start Wave 1 | 9:30am | All eBikes
- Start Wave 2 | 9:32am | Estimated finish time of sub 3:00hrs, average speed 14+ kmph
- Start Wave 3 | 9:34am | Estimated finish time of 3:00 - 3:30hrs, average speed 12-14 kmph
- Start Wave 4 | 9:36am | Estimated finish time of 3:30hrs + average speed 8.6-12 kmph
Cut Off Checkpoints
The course checkpoints listed below are in the interest of participant safety. The times are based on a participant averaging 9.5kmph. If you fall behind these timing checkpoints you will be removed from the event and classed as a DNF (Did Not Finish).
The course checkpoints listed below are in the interest of participant safety. The times are based on a participant averaging 9.5kmph. If you fall behind these timing checkpoints you will be removed from the event and classed as a DNF (Did Not Finish).
- CP1 : 11:45am - 19.49km Old Chevy
- CP2: 12:35pm - 27.4km Exit Yellow Brick Road
- CP3: 2:10pm - 42km Finishline
Water Station
There is no water stations on course, riders are expected to carry their hydration.
There is no water stations on course, riders are expected to carry their hydration.
